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Our Original Musk Oil is believed to have been created in the 1920's at the "Kiehl Apothecary." Discovered there in a vat labeled "Love Oil" in the late 50's, Kiehl's signature scent was reintroduced to our patrons in 1963.

Our Original Musk Oil is believed to have been created in the 1920's at the "Kiehl Apothecary." Discovered there in a vat labeled "Love Oil" in the late 50's, Kiehl's signature scent was reintroduced to our patrons in 1963.

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Gentle from
Must ConcurI have been a Kiehl's customer since 1972 and the reviews about the change in musk oil are correct. Unfortunately.
I imagine the original product(s) needed have become too costly or hard to mass produce, but if I could purchase a special order of the REAL Original Musk oil I would pay the additional charge.
Please advise. Thank you

Date published: 2019-09-12

Rated 1 out of
5 by
Downtowngirl4ever from
PLEASE MAKE THIS OIL WITH THE ORIGINAL FORMULAI have been regualry wearing this musk for 10 years. I have one new bottle left from an online purchase I made in April 2017. Today, I went into a store to compare. Without a doubt, this musk oil is a different product than it used to be. The new formula is much lighter and sweeter than the original. The texture is the oil is thinner than the original. Why is this product not sold as an “updated” or “new” formula?? Do you intend on changing back the original formula? Please be honest.

Date published: 2019-09-08

Rated 4 out of
5 by
Maltatude from
Different, yes. Terrible, no.So before I go any further I have been wearing this fragrance for the past fifteen years and yes, it is different. No amount of messages from Kiehls saying "Please know there has not been a change to this scent" is going to convince me. I still have a bottle of the old stuff and a bottle of the new stuff and it is different. The oil is thinner, does seem to have a bit less scent to it and a slightly sweeter smell. SO there's the bad.
Here is the good. Slightly less scent is not that big of a deal, it's not like this stuff was the stinkiest stuff in the world before. It's why so many of us wear it. I don't like smelling like I just got hosed down with overpowering fragrance. We all know that guy, nobody likes him.
It still smells great, I still get comments daily and I will continue to buy it. FYI, if you want a stronger smell, pair it with the body wash or the moisturizer and you're good to go.

Date published: 2019-07-29

Rated 1 out of
5 by
Bluemoon from
WHAT HAPPENED TO MUSK OILIt would really be great to get an honest answer on why the original musk oil is now a watered down version and all the other oils were discontinued. It is so insulting that all the complaints are answered with a generic line. All these people can't be wrong, I know I'm not. I wore the musk and cucumber for over 30 years so I know. I think people would be willing to pay more if that's what it took but to be constantly condescended to is beyond annoying. I have spoken to a rep on the phone who also read a script assuring me that nothing has changed. Nobody is fooled .................

Date published: 2019-06-24

Rated 1 out of
5 by
BookGal from
The mystery of the missing original musk essence oilDecades ago, Kiehl’s discontinued my signature scent, (Moroccan) Jasmine essence oil...since then, I bought the Original Musk Essence Oil. Which became my (second) signature scent. Unfortunately, unlike the Original Musk Essence Oil of days past, the scent does not last all day, no more than a few hours. Plus, there’s a stronger floral top note that was mostly absent in the Original Musk.
What Kiehl’s/Loreal has touted as the using the same essence oil is counter to how pure essence oils work with one’s individual body chemistry and body heat. In the past I would dab the Original Musk on certain pulse points in the morning and would never need to re-apply it. It is obvious to many of your long-time customers that an inferior essence oil is being used. And is an example that the high level of quality is now lacking (in this particular product line)

Date published: 2019-06-07

Rated 1 out of
5 by
JFAR from
But why?Why would a company that makes such great products, put out this inferior one? Had this been my first Kiehl’s purchase, I would never have purchased another product from them again. This was a complete waste of money. I might have well have purchased a bottle full of air and pretended it smelled like the original musk. If you can get any of the oil out of the poorly designed bottle, you can smell it for about ten seconds if you get your nose right up to where you rolled the oil. I have the spray version and although it does not have very long staying power, it is many times a better product. I’ve barely used it and I’m wondering if I should just toss it. It is that ineffective. Please Kiehl’s, do yourself a favor and get this product off your site. Right now, I’m hesitant to try any more of your products for a while. Of course, I can’t return it, now that I’ve tried to use it. Bummer.

Date published: 2019-05-29

Rated 1 out of
5 by
Star22 from
Kiehls original musk oilVery disappointed there is no fragrance. Will not buy again and am sending the bottle back

Date published: 2019-05-24

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Brixius from
Same Scent Revisited. One of a kind!My 'odor-evoked autobiographical memory' notices no change in scent. I wore this musk throughout the aughts and beyond, until it mysteriously slipped away to become unavailable. I missed its no-nonsense, sultry, subtle, earthy opulence. It's my secret answer to not liking perfume; I mix a tiny bit with unscented olive & aloe body lotion. I've been told many times, "I like that you don't wear perfume and just smell good." Exactly. Kiehl's Musk Oil is je ne sais quoi in a bottle. I highly recommend it.

I am a huge fan of Egyptian Musk. And have tried so many versions of it. Is this supposed to be Kielhls version of it?

I have literally tried dozens upon dozens of versions of this unique fragrance. It&rsquo;s become a hobby of mine and an obsession. Some how my search has lead me here. I really hope someone has the answer and can help me. Thank you. Mike

Asked by: EgyptianMike

I've been using Kiehl's Original Musk for years. I get compliments all the time...it's clean, fresh and so beautiful! When will it be available??

Asked by: Musklover

Love musk oil. Can it be deliver outside USA?

Asked by: Imran Md

Where can I buy Essence of Rain? Bottled like Musk--but this was the best fragrance!

Asked by: Anonymous

I am looking for a 1960's type scent, pure musk essence oil spray or cologne for my husband, not a roller applicator; where is this product on your website? Can you advice me please?